English Dub Review: Dorohedoro “GOLDEN BEETLES ARE RICH / CUTE BUTCHER / DOOR TO THE PAST”
Overview
The Cross-Eyes gang figures out an attempt to make the landlord’s murder look like a suicide, while EN shows off a new product involving tiny mushroom plant versions of himself…
Our Take
Picking up from the first three episodes, Dorohedoro leans heavily into its chaotic humor while continuing to layer in intrigue. The Cross-Eyes’ attempt to infiltrate the landlady’s mansion spirals into absurdity, with the whole sequence feeling like a dark, offbeat sitcom. Saji, casually focusing on embroidery in the middle of the madness, adds to the bizarre charm, especially with the punchline payoff. At the same time, the episode teases more of Nikaido’s past through fragmented glimpses, hinting at her upbringing and connections without fully committing to the reveal. The constant interruptions keep things playful, but they also build curiosity around her history and the mysteries surrounding her choices.
The tone then sharply pivots into something far more unsettling, delivering a brutal sequence that perfectly captures the series’ signature lack of restraint. The depiction of a devil being stripped back down to a sorcerer is as grotesque as it is fascinating, reinforcing how twisted the world’s rules really are. Beneath the shock factor, there are meaningful hints about past relationships and character dynamics, especially involving Nikaido and figures from her earlier life. Even without diving too deep, the episode makes it clear that multiple storylines are gradually converging, with each thread adding weight to the bigger picture.
Overall, this episode strikes a strong balance between dark comedy and disturbing intensity, which is exactly where Dorohedoro thrives. The humor remains unpredictable and genuinely funny, while the underlying narrative continues to grow more compelling with each tease. Even with some stylistic quirks, the energy, creativity, and sheer weirdness make it consistently engaging, leaving plenty to look forward to as the story unfolds further.
